Senior Embedded Software Engineer

mexec; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in medical imaging technology is seeking a Senior Embedded Software Engineer in Melbourne, Victoria. You will design and develop embedded software for medical devices, collaborating with cross-functional teams. Ideal candidates will have over 10 years of experience and a deep understanding of hardware interfaces. This contracted position is for 18-24 months, contributing to innovative healthcare solutions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in embedded software development for medical devices.
• Solid understanding of hardware-level interfaces.
• Familiarity with IEC 62304 and other relevant standards.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain embedded software.
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver compliant software solutions.
• Maintain detailed documentation throughout the development lifecycle.

Skills

Embedded software development

C/C++ programming

Automated testing

CI/CD workflows

RTOS expertise (FreeRTOS / Zephyr)

Linux (kernel customization, driver development)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in software engineering or related discipline

Tools

ARM-based microcontrollers

Hardware-level interfaces (SPI, I2C, UART, USB)

Job description

Overview

Role: Senior Embedded Software Engineer at mexec.

Our client is a global leader in microscopic imaging, with patented technologies enabling in vivo imaging of tissues across a wide range of surgical, pathology and life sciences applications. Through innovation and collaborations locally and internationally, they are expanding their portfolio and will transform patient’s lives by enabling digital biopsies for cancer screening, diagnosis, and treatment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain embedded software across the entire product portfolio.
• Enhance and support embedded systems in existing products.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to deliver compliant software solutions.
• Continuously improve software development processes to boost efficiency and quality.
• Work closely with the engineering team to design, debug, and validate new product features.
• Deliver robust software solutions that meet regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and provide detailed documentation throughout the development lifecycle, including specifications, architectures, test reports, and others required for regulatory submissions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in software engineering, computer engineering, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in embedded software development for medical devices.
• Solid understanding of hardware-level interfaces including SPI, I2C, UART, USB, ADCs, FPGAs, and high-speed data interfaces.
• Familiarity with IEC 62304 and other international standards relevant to medical devices.
• Expertise in C/C++ and experience working across ARM-based microcontroller families.
• Demonstrated experience with automated testing, scripting languages, and CI/CD workflows.
• Expertise in RTOS (FreeRTOS / Zephyr) and bare-metal programming.
• Strong working knowledge of Linux, including kernel customization and driver development.

Offer

If successful, you will join a team of experts working on cutting-edge medical devices. Appointment will be contracted for a fixed term of 18-24 months. To learn more about this exciting opportunity, please email any questions you may have to [e-mail], call 1300 063 932, or visit www.mexec.com to apply with your current CV and cover letter.

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Contract
• Job function: Science and Engineering
• Industries: Biotechnology Research, Medical Equipment Manufacturing, and Hospitals and Health Care

Location

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia